Leo Ralph Smyth

Age 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2014. He is survived by his brother, Don Smyth of Amarillo Texas; his children, Robert Smyth and wife, Sonya of Albuquerque, Larry Smyth of Edgewood, and Kathleen Walsh and husband, John of Edgewood; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Leo was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy L. Smyth; his parents, Lynn L. and Nanny L. Smyth; and sister, Nancy Lynn Swanson. He had a passion for livestock; he grew up on his father's dairy farm in Bosque Farms, NM. He was a successful dairy foreman for many years in La Cueva, NM before continuing to serve the Dairy Industries as a Field Man for Creamland Dairies. He continued his career, retiring from Roadway Transportation in 2002. As a devoted Christian man, he loved to share time with his family and friends. He lived a life as a kind and gentle man; always putting others before himself. His quiet demeanor, steady strength, giving spirit, and sweet personality will be cherished always. He was a devoted son, brother, friend, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Friends and family may visit at the viewing being held at FRENCH - University on Friday, June 20, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Alameda Baptist Church, on Saturday, June 21, 2014, 9:00 a.m., 8818 2nd St. NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.